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  • JWT Tokens in Node.js APIs

    This post is about adding authentication via Json Web Tokens (JWT) with Node.js. On the front-end you can pass the JWT token and ensure that data stays safe, such as passwords and log in credentials.

  • Hooks vs Lifecycles

    The React team at Facebook announced Hooks earlier this year. React lifecycles enable you to manipulate data within components. With the recent addition of hooks, you can now replace repetitive code within your components.

  • State and Props

    Props and state are a fundamental part of the way ReactJS works. They enable you to pass data within a component or between components. It is important to gain a solid understanding of states and props when learning React.

  • ARIA

    Accessibility is important on the web. ARIA is there to help you program your application or website to help those who may need to use a screen reader to access the Internet.

  • ES6 Syntax and More

    ES2019 is the latest version of Javascript. ES6 is commonly used amongst developers and also gets called JavaScript 6... sometimes.

  • APIs in Front End Applications

    Ever needed to show some data in your React component but never understood how to? Below shows a simple example of how you can do this!

  • Setting Up a Node.js API

    Node.js enables you to program APIs using JavaScript. Below I have outlined the basics of getting started with Node.js to set up an API with various end points.

  • Unix Basics

    Unix is an operating system, which comes in different varieties such as MacOS X and Fedora Linux to name a couple.

  • Configuring Oracle Instant Client

    Setting up Oracle Instant Client on a Mac can sometimes be a bit fiddly. Below are steps to install the client on a mac.

  • Building a React Native App

    Reactive Native enables you to be able to program an app for both ios and android. It incorporates both React and Native platform capabilities.